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Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LB08 TEVMOT history

LB08 TEV is a red diesel MINI first used on 17 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 200,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
200,385 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TEV was last recorded at 200,385 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 4,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,023 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,362 miles
Average per year
10,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,385 miles
  • 2025 – 196,023 miles
  • 2024 – 190,171 miles
  • 2023 – 176,616 miles
  • 2022 – 168,005 miles
  • 2021 – 164,911 miles
  • 2020 – 163,443 miles
  • 2018 – 159,280 miles
  • 2017 – 149,592 miles
  • 2016 – 128,948 miles
  • 2015 – 112,863 miles
  • 2014 – 102,059 miles
  • 2013 – 86,090 miles
  • 2012 – 71,021 miles
  • 2011 – 48,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,385 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,385 miles (+4,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    200,385 miles
    Test number
    307511824719
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass196,023 miles (+5,852)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    196,023 miles
    Test number
    821382485810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass190,171 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    190,171 miles
    Test number
    473249769586
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear just on limit need changing now (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail190,159 miles (+13,543)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,159 miles
    Test number
    494612804929
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear just on limit need changing now (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass176,616 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    176,616 miles
    Test number
    868064324753
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing suggest attention (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lense damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail176,600 miles (+8,595)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,600 miles
    Test number
    791945424957
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to engine knock when accelerating (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing suggest attention (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lense damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass168,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    168,005 miles
    Test number
    666001053562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail167,997 miles (+3,086)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,997 miles
    Test number
    991246679847
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass164,911 miles (+1,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    164,911 miles
    Test number
    345745875806
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass163,443 miles (+4,163)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    163,443 miles
    Test number
    591582616164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass159,280 miles (+9,688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    159,280 miles
    Test number
    764487942522
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass149,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    149,592 miles
    Test number
    601424991077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail149,592 miles (+20,644)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,592 miles
    Test number
    724906091877
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass128,948 miles (+16,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    128,948 miles
    Test number
    910232734117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass112,863 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    112,863 miles
    Test number
    277538405272
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail112,863 miles (+10,804)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,863 miles
    Test number
    399638305413
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass102,059 miles (+47)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,059 miles
    Test number
    948138914243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail102,012 miles (+15,922)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,012 miles
    Test number
    365957114472
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass86,090 miles (+15,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    86,090 miles
    Test number
    855891993184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass71,021 miles (+22,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    71,021 miles
    Test number
    755521092110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass48,836 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,836 miles
    Test number
    146177961196
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB08 TEV

Does LB08 TEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 TEV is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TEV?
The MOT on LB08 TEV is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 TEV done?
LB08 TEV was recorded at 200,385 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 10,316 miles a year.
Has LB08 TEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TEV has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 TEV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 TEV find?
LB08 TEV passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear.

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